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XLJ 739X

1981 Alfa Romeo Spider

Black Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,621 mi
Last recorded69,621 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider80,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLJ 739X
MakeAlfa Romeo
ModelSpider
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2016 69,621 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 69,586 miles

How Reliable is the Alfa Romeo Spider?

Based on 124,331 MOT tests across 8,177 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,906
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
8,177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,076
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,433
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,048
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,697
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2,135
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XLJ 739X is a 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider in Black with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 80,138 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Alfa Romeo Spider fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,076 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XLJ 739X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alfa Romeo Spider typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 45 years old, this Alfa Romeo Spider is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XLJ 739X registered?

XLJ 739X is a 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider, first registered on 24 August 1981.

Is XLJ 739X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLJ 739X shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XLJ 739X have outstanding finance?

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